PTE Exam Online Preparation- Live Classes

Like IELTS, PTE is also based on the four evaluating modules: Listening, Reading, Writing and Speaking. It is focused on the speaking, writing and listening abilities of candidates in the English language. The candidate is required to read, write, listen and speak throughout the parts of the test. Mainly, its format is as:

• Speaking and Writing
• Reading
• Listening

This exam is conducted from the designated exam centers that are based across the country.

PTE exam is conducted by Pearson PLC group and the candidates are required to pay Rs 13,700 for booking an exam. This three hour long computer based test focuses on day to day English rather than high level English language. This ensures that the student has proficiency in the English language.

PTE edges over other English evaluation tests:

Pearson test of English has more scoring patterns and the tests are completely computerised. The PTE scores are declared much quicker typically in two business days. This makes it suited for students who are in a hurry to give an exam and want to start study abroad programs much earlier or within a short span of time.

Coronavirus Covid 19 PTE Academic Exam :

During pandemic time, the PTE centers had temporarily suspended its operations but now with the decline in corona virus cases, the operations have been resumed. The centers are conducting exams in small groups so it is important to book an exam earlier.

Types of PTE exam:

Pearson PLC group is conducting three types of English proficiency tests for evaluating the English language level of the non_native speakers. There are three types: PTE Academic, PTE Academic UKVI and PTE home.

PTE Academic:

This exam is held round the year and is suitable for those who want to enrol for a university. This test comprises four parts: Reading, Writing, Listening and Speaking. The Result score of PTE is valid for two years.

PTE Academic UKVI:

This is a Secure English Language Test( SELT) which is approved by the UK Home office for UK visas. Again it has four parts: Reading, Listening, Writing and Speaking. This test has the same content as PTE Academic and the only difference is the minor difference in the registration process.

PTE Home:

This is an English test for the UK Home office for family and work visas. PTE Home English is categorised into PTEHomeA1, PTE Home A2 and PTE Home B1 English tests.These are for those people who want to apply for family and work visas.

To appear for this test the candidate must have attained the age of 18years and the students below the age of 18 must present the parental consent to appear for an exam. They have a fill consent form signed either by parents or guardians. The candidate has to pay Rs 13700 to appear in an exam and if the booking of an exam is within 48 hours of the PTE test date then the candidate has to pay late fees.
If the candidate does not want to appear for an exam, the refund is given if the exam is to be held after 14 days of cancellation. The candidates can reschedule their exam also. To book for the PTE exam one should be a valid passport holder and has to show it while booking. The candidates are required to carry their passport with them on the day of the PTE exam otherwise the entry is denied.

• 30 hours of intensive and comprehensive training
• PTE Practice Test Plus from Pearson vue issued as courseware.
• Faculty trained by pearson.
• Maximum 10-15 students per batch, making the sessions personalized.
• Teaching pedagogy involving a very strong focus on enhancing the. performance in all the i.e. Reading, Listening, Speaking and Writing.
• Guiding with approach towards different question types and providing sufficient practice in test.
• 3 full-length mock tests.
• Well stocked library.
• Availability of Weekdays (Tuesday to Friday, 2 hours per day) and Weekend Batches (Saturday and Sunday, 4 hours per day) under Regular Mode.
• Availability of Fast Track Mode (Tuesday to Sunday, 4 hours every day) for people who want to complete the course at the earliest.
• Facility of shifting to any branch throughout India.

Once the test is over, the answers are given explaining marking scheme. Then the same test is replayed taking pauses at every answer and explaining the same to students. In this way, the practice on all test is completed. After classroom sessions, mock-tests are conducted simulating the testing conditions and scores are given for each mock test.

PTE is joined owned by Cambridge Assessment English, IDP: IELTS Australia, and the British Council. The third most-spoken language globally, more than 375 million speak the English language. The ability to successfully communicate in the native language has many benefits.

The results of the PTE exam are available online within two working days from the test and can be seen through the student account by login PTE Academic student account. The candidate can share results with the colleges and universities through Pearson account.

PTE exam is scored on a scale of 10 – 90 . It shows the candidates ability to read, speak , understand verbal instructions and write the English language. The scores are presented in a graph to make the candidate understand his or her core language skills and the improvement areas.

PTE score report can be sent to institutions via the online portal of PTE. Firstly, the candidate has to login his account and click on “ View score report”. Then click on send report and type the name of chosen institution and lastly confirm by clicking.

PTE exam attempts:

The candidate can appear for an exam as many times as he or she wishes to. The candidate can take the exam with a gap of five days. The PTE exam is checked by computer so the error is minimal in it. Still if the candidate wants to rescore the exam then he can do so only for spoken response and open ended written responses. Candidates can only request the recent PTE exam given and they are barred to do so if they already schedule another test or send their score to an institute. In case the score changes , the new score will replace the old one and a new score report will be issued.

Acceptance of PTE:

This test is accepted in Australia, New Zealand, the USA, Canada, Ireland, Singapore and Germany. PTE Academic is a widely accepted computer based test which the candidates take for studying abroad and immigration.

PTE exam day tips:

Candidates should arrive at the test center 30 minutes prior to the time of the test. They must carry a valid passport for the exam. For security reasons, the candidate would have his photograph taken and get biometrics done at the time of verification.They can keep their belongings in lockers provided to them.

Candidates can practice for their PTE exam by doing sample test material available on PTE official site or following the PTE Academic official practice app. This application provides students a study planner, practice activities and other useful information about the test. With the objective of enhancing communication skills, PTE exam is designed to test command of English language. No high level English is required to clear the exam, it rather checks your regular English communication, thereby helping you become more expressive. Practising each section separately with a relaxed and focused mind is advisable to fully absorb the subject matter and score well.

PTE scholarships:

PTE offers many scholarships to make students’ dreams come true. Scholarships are available for the deserving students on a regular basis. Students can also opt for education loans from financial institutions for studying abroad.